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Air ambulance and emergency crews attend incident in Norfolk town
An air ambulance was spotted attending an incident in a Norfolk town. People living in Diss, in south Norfolk, saw the emergency helicopter land at the Mere on Park Road at around 7.30pm. Witnesses also reported a large emergency service
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IKEA rolls out new 'next generation' scheme at Norfolk location
A major retailer is trialling its "next generation" self-serve storage lockers at a Norfolk location. Last year, IKEA partnered with Tesco to roll out mobile collection points at supermarket car parks in Norwich, Thetford, King's Lynn, Great Yarmouth
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Awards open to celebrate east of England energy industry
Entries are now open for awards celebrating the vibrancy, invention and collaboration across the energy industry in the east of England. Game-changing solutions to industry challenges, inspiring people and contributions to developing a skilled
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Auction report: Nearly £13m raised in live streamed property auction
Auction House East Anglia held its seventh auction of the year on Wednesday, September 11, selling 62 lots and raising nearly £13 million. “It was a large auction, as many landlords entered properties as they are concerned about a possible capital
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Victim stabbed in throat while on mobility scooter in 'revenge' attack over woman
A man on a mobility scooter suffered life threatening injuries after being stabbed in the throat as part of a "revenge" attack over a woman, a court has heard. The man in his 40s was on his scooter while talking to his partner in Prince William
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Farmers raise bluetongue virus concerns as case numbers keep rising
Worried livestock farmers across the East of England put their bluetongue concerns to government experts as cases of the dangerous animal virus continued to rise. The potentially-fatal disease, which is spread by infected biting midges, affects
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Drivers across Norfolk warned about new parking fine scam
People across Norfolk have been receiving scam text messages ordering them to pay a parking fine. The county council has issued a warning after reports of the fraud started flooding in this week. The text claims the recipient has incurred a
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How high-voltage expert is pioneering excellence in energy sector
ONRG is enhancing OEG Renewables’ topside division with its unmatched safety standards. Based in Buxhall, Suffolk, ONRG is a premier engineering services provider specialising in the management of high-voltage (HV) network assets for offshore wind
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Retired nurse, 69, admits stalking former boyfriend
A 69-year-old retired nurse harassed a former boyfriend by sending him multiple messages, calling him and turning up at his address, a court was told. Karen Cattle admitted stalking the man between May 13 and June 21 when she appeared before King's
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Major banking group announces closure of Norfolk branches
Two towns in Norfolk are set to lose the last three remaining banking branches from their high streets. The Lloyds Banking Group announced that the Halifax and Lloyds Bank branches in Thetford and the Lloyds branch in Fakenham will close next year
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The superhero keeping a Norfolk town's streets safe
With great power comes great responsibility. And one North Walsham man is happy to take that responsibility on. Jordan Rayner is Spiderman - or at least he dresses up as the superhero and wanders around the town. And the reason he started
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Dog walkers make 'shocking' discovery on beach
A couple were left "shocked" after discovering a dead porpoise while walking their dog along a beach. Gavin Palmer, 57, was walking Winnie with his partner at Covehithe beach on Wednesday morning when he spotted something ahead. "We noticed
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Construction work begins on huge £3m farm shop at Norfolk Showground
Construction work has started on a £3m farm shop at the Norfolk Showground - hailed as a "beacon" project for the region's farmers and food producers. The Norfolk Food Hall has been designed as a "flagship showcase" for the county's agri-food sector
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Local staycation spots scoop esteemed national awards
Businesses across Norfolk and Waveney are celebrating after winning an esteemed award. Each year, VisitEngland names 100 accommodation spots that have gone above and beyond for its guests. The awards aim to recognise venues of all budgets and
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Scaffolder caught trying to sell drugs to police officer at city music festival
A 20-year-old man was arrested after attempting to supply drugs to an off-duty police officer at a Norwich music festival, a court has heard. Fletcher Rogers had attempted to sell drugs to the officer in a bar at the Kisstory event at Earlham Park
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Fury as government pulls plug on Norfolk's £600m devolution deal
Norfolk's multi-million-pound devolution plan will not be going ahead after the Labour government pulled the plug on the deal. Leaders at Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council - whose deal has also been scrapped - are furious at the
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Classic Car Festival returning with more than 100 vehicles
A free entry event featuring more than 100 vehicles is returning to a Norfolk town. The annual Reepham Classic Car Festival is back on Sunday, September 29 2024 from 11am to 4pm. It will take place at the Market Place, which will be closed
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Business sells portfolio of Norfolk properties to estate agent
A leading property management company has sold its portfolio of Norfolk properties. LRPM, a block management firm with offices in Cromer and Norwich, has parted ways with its portfolio of residential letting properties across the region. Estate
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Victorian convent in Hunstanton for sale at £850,000
A detached, Victorian house in Hunstanton that currently serves as a convent is up for sale at £850,000. The house on Sandringham Road offers up to 11 bedrooms and is set in spacious gardens. Selling agent Sowerbys said: “The property has
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Council officials looking into taking control of bus services
The possibility of Norfolk County Council running its own bus services is being explored by County Hall officials. Council leaders have tasked officers with drawing up a report into how the Labour government's plans to give local leaders powers
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Nights at the Museum returning with live music and steam engines
See a Norfolk attraction in a new light at a special event featuring live music and steam engines. The final Nights at the Museum event of 2024 takes place at Bressingham Steam Museum, near Diss, on Friday, September 13. It runs from 4.30pm
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Strictly Come Dancing star to bring new tour to Norwich
Strictly Come Dancing winner Oti Mabuse has announced she is visiting Norwich on her latest tour. The 34-year-old, who won the hit BBC show with Kelvin Fletcher and Bill Bailey, will bring her new show Viva Carnival to towns and cities across the
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Innovation at the heart of Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference
Offshore energy and clean fuel production technologies are not the only parts of the sector where innovation is at an all-time high. The supply chain continuously brings new solutions to make projects such as offshore wind farms, hydrogen production
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Restaurant from Michelin-starred team hosting tasting menu event
A restaurant with rooms from a Michelin-starred team is hosting its first tasting menu event. Nest Farmhouse opened in a converted cattle shed at Docking Lodge Farm in west Norfolk in June this year. Co-founders Luke Wasserman, Toby Neill
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Further evidence needed for inquest of suspended Norfolk police officer
Further evidence is needed before an inquest into the death of a serving police officer can go ahead. PC Richard Dennis was suspended from duty at the time of his death and under investigation following allegations of criminal conduct. He
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Warning issued after man's boat destroyed in 'fireball'
Boaters have been issued a warning after a man lost everything in a "fireball" blaze that destroyed his home. The Broads Authority has urged people to take precautions to protect themselves against the "devastating consequences" of boat fires.
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Man seriously injured in motorbike crash
A man has been seriously injured in a crash between a car and a motorbike. The incident happened today on the A149 Hardwick Road in King's Lynn at 8.20am, close to Southgates Roundabout. READ MORE: Man loses everything after boat is destroyed
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Creating a sustainable future for local communities
Plans to upgrade the electricity network in East Anglia will play a big part in helping the UK switch to clean energy, allowing homes and businesses to benefit from more secure and affordable power. National Grid Electricity Transmission is proposing
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Public encouraged to have their say on proposed solar farm
RWE recently launched a public consultation for High Grove Solar Farm, a proposed renewable energy development located southwest of Dereham and extending to the west of Swaffham. The project aims to generate 720MW of clean energy, which is enough
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Historic Norfolk Broads boat restored to its 'former glory'
A historic boat once used for pike fishing on the Norfolk Broads has been restored following a six-month project. The vessel, called Esox Lucius II, was owned by Lathams founder Ken Latham and was one of two he used to fish on the River Thurne
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Will other Norfolk schools face sudden closure?
Urgent inspections are being carried out in more than 20 schools across Norfolk, after three school buildings discovered structural issues at the start of this term. Avenue Junior School in Norwich informed parents only on Tuesday evening that
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Norfolk solar farm will be FIFTEEN times size of UK's current largest
Norfolk could become home to the biggest solar farm in the UK. Energy company RWE has proposed plans to install panels across 4,000 acres of land on five sites close to Dereham and Swaffham. Known collectively as High Grove solar farm, the
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Boaters warned against drinking alcohol on boats following tragic deaths
Boaters have been warned against drinking alcohol on the Norfolk Broads following a string of incidents this summer. John Packman, chief executive of the Broads Authority, urged people visiting the county's waterways to avoid drinking alcohol to
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Drivers face diversions during work on busy A149 coast road junction
Drivers will face weeks of diversions while part of a busy junction is widened to make it easier for buses to turn. Norfolk County Council said Lynn Road at Heacham will be closed between Monday, September 16, and Thursday, October 24, while the
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City surveyor died from organ failure at a Norfolk hospital
An inquest has opened into the death of a city surveyor who died from organ failure at a Norfolk hospital. Iain Bond from Raymond Road, off Reepham Road, died at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital on September 3. The coroner’s court heard that
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Council leaders blame planning rules for failure to hit 'one million trees' target
County Hall leaders have defended their efforts to get a million new trees planted in Norfolk - despite scrapping their target to hit that milestone by 2025. Norfolk County Council has dropped its target to get a million trees planted by 2025
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Disgraced Norwich solicitor ordered to pay back more than £100k
A former solicitor who took almost £2m from clients' accounts while trying to chase lottery winnings he believed he had won has been ordered to pay back more than £100,000. Hugh Lansdell, a former senior partner at Norfolk firm Hansells, took a
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Last week's death notices: Walsingham 'horseman', beloved midwife and cattle farmer
The Eastern Daily Press published 41 death notices last week including those of Henny the horseman from Walsingham, a beloved midwife and a cattle farmer. Every week, the EDP publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of
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Cycle ride featuring Eco-Angels set to take place
A cycle ride featuring eco-angels is set to take place. The 25-mile ride will take place on Saturday, September 14, with the Norfolk Churches Trust Bike Ride. It will be an opportunity to view six handmade models from this summer’s Eco-Angels
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Norfolk firm extends contract with Oxfam to provide water storage tanks
A Norfolk company has renewed a contract with an international charity. Structure-flex, a thermoplastic manufacturing specialist based in Melton Constable, has extended its three-year partnership with the Oxfam Supply Centre. The agreement
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Free event to help those worried about winter
A free event is set to help those worried about the winter months. Several voluntary sector groups and corporate partners have joined forces to offer advice and support to those in need. The initiative comes in response to rising prices and
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Charity celebrates 40 years with exhibition and family fun day
A charity is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The Matthew Project, which supports people in Norfolk struggling with drugs, alcohol, and mental health issues, is marking the milestone with a '40 Stories' exhibition at its Recovery Support Hub in
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Pink Tractor women raise ANOTHER huge sum
A tractor rally which has been running for 20 years has raised more than £127,000 for charity. The Pink Ladies Tractor Road Run announced the sum at their annual celebration evening. This brings the total raised since the event began in 2004
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Norfolk to become first UK member of major international pilgrimage route
Norfolk is set to join a major international pilgrimage network. The county will become the first UK member of the St Olav Ways, a pilgrimage route celebrating Norway's first Christian King and Patron Saint. The route is one of 49 accredited